Joy Koesten (middle) of Leawood, was one of the big winners among moderate Republicans on Aug. 2, and she celebrated with her friends, family and supporters at the Marriott in Overland Park. Koesten won the 28th District seat in the Kansas House. File photo by Rich Suggrsugg@kcstar.com

Joy Koesten (middle) of Leawood, was one of the big winners among moderate Republicans on Aug. 2, and she celebrated with her friends, family and supporters at the Marriott in Overland Park. Koesten won the 28th District seat in the Kansas House. File photo by Rich Suggrsugg@kcstar.com